Queensland Adventure Northbound
12 days Brisbane to Cairns
Hit the town in Bris Vegas, Swim in the clear waters of Hervey Bay, Discover the beaches and wildlife of Fraser Island, Experience Aussie farm life in the outback, Sail in the Whitsundays, Sleep in the rainforest at Mission Beach,
Combining rugged adventure and coastal recreation, this is tropical Queensland at its very best! Be amazed by the region's natural beauty as we embark on a journey of relaxation and discovery. We learn the tricks of the trade at a cattle station, get back to nature in the tropical surroundings of a rainforest and soak up the pristine beauty of white sandy beaches. This is a trip that will leave you refreshed and revived even as it leaves you gasping in wonder again and again!
Physical Rating: 2
Culture Shock Rating: 3
Accommodation: Hotels (4 nts), permanent camp (1 nt), motels (2 nts), farmstay/bunkhouse (1 nt), bush camp (1 nt, optional), rainforest hut (2 nts)
Transportation: Minibus, 4WD, ferry, boat
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow AUD $450 for meals not included.
Combining rugged adventure and coastal recreation, this is tropical Queensland at its very best! Be amazed by the region's natural beauty as we embark on a journey of relaxation and discovery. We learn the tricks of the trade at a cattle station, get back to nature in the tropical surroundings of a rainforest and soak up the pristine beauty of white sandy beaches. This is a trip that will leave you refreshed and revived even as it leaves you gasping in wonder again and again!
Physical Rating: 2
Culture Shock Rating: 3
Accommodation: Hotels (4 nts), permanent camp (1 nt), motels (2 nts), farmstay/bunkhouse (1 nt), bush camp (1 nt, optional), rainforest hut (2 nts)
Transportation: Minibus, 4WD, ferry, boat
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow AUD $450 for meals not included.
Call (661) 399-9515 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6066221
- Tour Operator
- Intrepid Travel
- Duration
- 12 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Brisbane | Get a feel for Queensland in its fresh-faced and vibrant capital. |
| Day 2 | Hervey Bay | Drive through the stunning Sunshine Coast hinterland to Hervey Bay, a haven for swimming, fishing and relaxing coastside. Stop in at Noosa Heads for a relaxing inderlude among lush forests, rocky headlands and tranquil beaches. |
| Days 3-4 | Fraser Island | Kick back in this island paradise of washed-up shipwrecks, teeming wildlife and natural beauty. Enjoy a swim in the island's freshwater lakes or venture out to Indian Heads for a bout of shark-watching. Perhaps make time for a barbecue and leisurely game of cricket on the beach. |
| Days 5-6 | Outback Farmstay | Have a true blue, dinki di Aussie experience at a family-owned cattle station. Milk a cow, muster some goats or learn to lasso before sitting down to a tasty bush dinner. Later set up a swag and sleep outside by the campfire. |
| Days 7-8 | Airlie Beach | Meditate on the desolate beauty of outback Australia en route to Airlie Beach. Swim, snorkel or bask in the sun on a yachting excursion in the stunning Whitsundays. |
| Days 9-10 | Mission Beach | With the South Pacific on one side and lush rainforest on the other, Mission Beach is a tropical wonderland. With rafting, sea-kayaking and skydiving options to choose from, there is plenty to keep you occupied. Stay in unique rainforest huts which have views of the surrounding foliage. |
| Days 11-12 | Cairns | Our adventure ends in Cairns, gateway to the spectacular underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef and impressive Atherton Tablelands. Grab a beer and chill-out in this easy-going town. |
- Dates/Pricing
- Disclaimer
- * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of printing/posting. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2007 and 31 December 2007, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2007, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates online and in our printed brochures are applicable from 01 January 2007 until 31 December 2007. Beyond 31 December 2007 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at time of printing/posting, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent trips. Loss of monies paid applies to all cancelled reservations. The date of trip cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by Intrepid. Please ask your Travel Agent about our full Booking and Cancellation Conditions.
